Michael McCreesh M.A (陳睿昱)
Co-Founder at Parkbus Taiwan- Claim this Profile
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Chinese (Mandarin) Elementary proficiency
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Meredith Maywood
During Michael’s time at Transportation Options I had the pleasure of working with him on several projects. His is a thoughtful communicator who listens and responds with valuable feedback and recommendations. He sees the big picture, thinks outside the box for new opportunities and solutions. In addition he is highly organized keeping projects on schedule. It was a pleasure to work with him.
David MacLachlan
Representing the tourism industry of the largest region of the province we've had the pleasure to work with tourism leaders and professionals at the local, regional, provincial, national and even international level. We had to pleasure to work directly with Michael during his time at Ontario By Bike as together we advanced cycling tourism in North. I would like to recommend Michael with confidence and wish him well as he advances his tourism career. All the best Michael!
Meredith Maywood
During Michael’s time at Transportation Options I had the pleasure of working with him on several projects. His is a thoughtful communicator who listens and responds with valuable feedback and recommendations. He sees the big picture, thinks outside the box for new opportunities and solutions. In addition he is highly organized keeping projects on schedule. It was a pleasure to work with him.
David MacLachlan
Representing the tourism industry of the largest region of the province we've had the pleasure to work with tourism leaders and professionals at the local, regional, provincial, national and even international level. We had to pleasure to work directly with Michael during his time at Ontario By Bike as together we advanced cycling tourism in North. I would like to recommend Michael with confidence and wish him well as he advances his tourism career. All the best Michael!
Meredith Maywood
During Michael’s time at Transportation Options I had the pleasure of working with him on several projects. His is a thoughtful communicator who listens and responds with valuable feedback and recommendations. He sees the big picture, thinks outside the box for new opportunities and solutions. In addition he is highly organized keeping projects on schedule. It was a pleasure to work with him.
David MacLachlan
Representing the tourism industry of the largest region of the province we've had the pleasure to work with tourism leaders and professionals at the local, regional, provincial, national and even international level. We had to pleasure to work directly with Michael during his time at Ontario By Bike as together we advanced cycling tourism in North. I would like to recommend Michael with confidence and wish him well as he advances his tourism career. All the best Michael!
Meredith Maywood
During Michael’s time at Transportation Options I had the pleasure of working with him on several projects. His is a thoughtful communicator who listens and responds with valuable feedback and recommendations. He sees the big picture, thinks outside the box for new opportunities and solutions. In addition he is highly organized keeping projects on schedule. It was a pleasure to work with him.
David MacLachlan
Representing the tourism industry of the largest region of the province we've had the pleasure to work with tourism leaders and professionals at the local, regional, provincial, national and even international level. We had to pleasure to work directly with Michael during his time at Ontario By Bike as together we advanced cycling tourism in North. I would like to recommend Michael with confidence and wish him well as he advances his tourism career. All the best Michael!
Credentials
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Certificate in Economic Development
University of WaterlooJan, 2019- Sep, 2024 -
Certified Associate of Project Management
Project Management Institute
Experience
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Parkbus Taiwan
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Taiwan
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Travel Arrangements
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1 - 100 Employee
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Co-Founder
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Feb 2020 - Present
Connecting urban-dwellers to nature through direct and sustainable transportation solutions. www.parkbus.com.TW Connecting urban-dwellers to nature through direct and sustainable transportation solutions. www.parkbus.com.TW
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The Bland Tour
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United States
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Founder
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May 2022 - Present
A free, 5 minute weekly newsletter. Used by people to be better Web3 tourism pros 💪 https://theblandtour.beehiiv.com A free, 5 minute weekly newsletter. Used by people to be better Web3 tourism pros 💪 https://theblandtour.beehiiv.com
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Origin Wild Tours and Consulting
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Taiwan
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Travel Arrangements
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Co-Founder
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Sep 2021 - Present
Origin Wild is a responsible adventure tourism company. We help residents and visitors have more meaningful relationships with the people and land of Taiwan. We also conduct tourism industry consulting on sustainability, destination development, tour guide training and research. www.originwild.com.tw Origin Wild is a responsible adventure tourism company. We help residents and visitors have more meaningful relationships with the people and land of Taiwan. We also conduct tourism industry consulting on sustainability, destination development, tour guide training and research. www.originwild.com.tw
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Self-Employed
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Tourism Consultant
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Jul 2019 - Present
Working with events, academics and industry partners on: - Mountain Bike Tourism Research - Sustainable tourism leadership training - Environmental education programs Working with events, academics and industry partners on: - Mountain Bike Tourism Research - Sustainable tourism leadership training - Environmental education programs
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Ming Chuan University
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Taiwan
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Part-Time Instructor
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Jul 2019 - Present
Teaching courses including: 1) Tourism Product Strategy and Tour Design 2) Travel Industry and Media 3) Tourism Marketing Research Research Areas: - Mountain Bike Tourism Development in Taiwan Teaching courses including: 1) Tourism Product Strategy and Tour Design 2) Travel Industry and Media 3) Tourism Marketing Research Research Areas: - Mountain Bike Tourism Development in Taiwan
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Transportation Options
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Canada
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Non-profit Organizations
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Project Manager
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Oct 2013 - May 2019
- Managed province-wide bicycle friendly business certification program - Facilitated cycle tourism industry training workshops - Conducted cycle tourism market research and economic impact studies - Developed cycle tourism strategies for Ontario municipalities and destinations - Developed cycle tourism product for tourism destinations - Produced annual Cycling in Ontario Guide(s) (Most recent - www.ontariobybike.ca/2019) - Managed website, social media, customer relations - Coordinated Cycle Tourism Conference(s) in 2016 and 2019 (www.ontariobybike.ca/ctc19) - Manage small group tours Show less
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Humber College
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Australia
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Part-Time Professor
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Sep 2017 - Jan 2018
Taught Marketing in Tourism Course to 3rd year students Taught Marketing in Tourism Course to 3rd year students
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Travelweek
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Canada
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Leisure, Travel & Tourism
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1 - 100 Employee
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Business Development Manager
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Mar 2013 - Oct 2013
Management of key accounts including national airlines, DMO's and international tour operators. Negotiated and closed 5-figure integrated marketing campaigns with an emphasis on results-driven initiatives.
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Director of Special Projects
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Apr 2011 - Oct 2013
Travelweek is Canada's premier travel trade publication. Responsible for the planning, management & execution of key operational projects. With an emphasis on strategy before tactics, I helped position Travelweek to succeed by providing specific solutions & implementation support of the organization's operational, management & marketing operations. Researched, planned and led the integration of new business channels that has generated six figures in revenue.Among other responsibilities, I also executed:- Project Management - Database Management - Integrated Marketing Strategy- Lead Acquisition Campaigns- Customer Relation Management- Editorial Contributions Show less
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MDS (Marketing Distribution Services)
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Cameroon
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Market Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sales and Marketing Executive and Consultant
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Mar 2010 - May 2012
MDS is a creative solutions agency delivering integrated brand response campaigns across traditional and new media. Core services include media planning; DM and CRM; brand affinity and retail partnerships; creative development; web build with SEO and SEM and social media execution. Responsible for simultaneously managing multiple clients' integrated marketing campaigns for both consumer and trade clientele. Executing strategic marketing campaigns for travel clients in the fields of social media, integrated marketing and brand equity development. Show less
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Tour Program and Product Development Specialist
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Jun 2009 - Aug 2009
Worked closely with the indigenous community members and Outdoor Coordinator to develop Nature-based, cultural tours in remote destinations. Designed. researched and wrote an interpretative walk, integrating cultural and natural interpretation. Designed and implemented Tour Manual and Guiding Principles Worked closely with the indigenous community members and Outdoor Coordinator to develop Nature-based, cultural tours in remote destinations. Designed. researched and wrote an interpretative walk, integrating cultural and natural interpretation. Designed and implemented Tour Manual and Guiding Principles
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Curriculum Writer/Editor & English Teacher
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Aug 2005 - Dec 2007
Planned and implemented a grammar intensive program taught in a bilingual environment Designed ESL texts, as well as trained teachers in the application of new texts Quality control of curriculum and teaching methods Completed weekly evaluation and assessment reports for students and adults Organized, led and facilitated school-wide trips and annual events Planned and implemented a grammar intensive program taught in a bilingual environment Designed ESL texts, as well as trained teachers in the application of new texts Quality control of curriculum and teaching methods Completed weekly evaluation and assessment reports for students and adults Organized, led and facilitated school-wide trips and annual events
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Community Development Specialist
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Jul 2003 - Sep 2003
Chosen as a member of the first group in a five-year project, consisting of 6 students and 6 faculty members from a number of Canadian universities and colleges. Helped research and organize information, concerning Product Development. Development and implementation of a Community-based tourism curriculum, based on a Train-the-Trainer model for Guiding, Health and Safety and HIV/AIDS Awareness On-site trip to Vietnam lasting three weeks, requiring over a month of preparation, post-trip debriefs and evaluations, as well as planning for the future of the program Show less
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Education
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2021 - 2025
National Taiwan University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Forestry -
Monash University
Masters of Art, Tourism -
University of Waterloo
Certificate, Economic Development -
Project Management Global Institute
Certified Associate of Project Management, Project Management -
Capilano University
Bachelor, Tourism Management
